updated 10:42 pm EDT, Mon April 7, 2014

Samsung Chromebook 2 now available for pre-sale purchase

Today marks the official pre-sale availability of Samsung's Chromebook 2, as was initially announced last month. The new models are available in 11.6- and 13.3-inch screen sizes, and improve upon the original Chromebook with faster performance and longer battery life. The 13.3-inch model features a Full HD (1920x1080) resolution, and the 11.6-inch model uses a 1366x768 resolution. Pre-sale pricing of the 11.6-inch Chromebook 2 is $320, and the 13-inch model at $400, with shipping beginning at the end of April.

GoPro releases Xbox 360 app, Xbox One to follow

Versatile camera device company GoPro has launched a channel app for the Xbox 360, highlighting entertaining footage. Xbox Live Gold members can stream official GoPro video content -- curated by GoPro as opposed to users -- with footage ranging from elaborate stunts to recreational and family activities. In light of the launch, GoPro will feature two exclusive videos, such as trick shot basketball footage and a snowmobile "cliff huck." An Xbox One app is due this summer.